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Primary Sources: James Madison's Federalist Papers No. 51

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Read the passage Primary Sources: James Madison's Federalist Papers No. 51. Then answer the questions below.
Read the passage Primary Sources: James Madison's Federalist Papers No. 51. Then answer the questions below.
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Which BEST describes James Madison’s argument in Federalist Paper 51?

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Which ideas related to checks and balances are presented in the text? Select three correct answers.

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  • What were the key events and debates that occurred during the ratification process of the U.S. Constitution in various states?
  • How did the Founding Fathers envision the separation of powers within the federal government?
  • What were the main arguments and concerns raised by anti-Federalists in opposition to the ratification of the U.S. Constitution?
  • What is the purpose of the system of checks and balances in the U.S. government?
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